What is the difference between a Humanist and a Civil Celebrant

In many ways the two are similar, both can conduct ceremonies that are non religious.

As a Civil Celebrant we can have our own belief. Personally I have no religious belief, but believe in the right of people to have their own faith and religion and I can encompass a mixture of beliefs and religions into every ceremony if this is what my clients wish, or hold a completely non religious ceremony.

The ceremony is based purely on individual client choices and can be customised around a special place or tradition.

Humanism is an approach to life based on humanity and reason – humanists recognise that moral values are properly founded on human nature and experience alone. Decisions are based on the available evidence and our assessment of the outcomes of our actions, not on any dogma or sacred text.

Humanism encompasses atheism and agnosticism ‑ but is an active and ethical philosophy far greater than these negative responses to religion.